1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90. 1998 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | A 90 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
